Lakeside Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Spend some time admiring the beautiful and diverse floral displays featured in this superb botanical garden, one of the finest in the country.

Virginia Commonwealth University
Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your visit to Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

Broad Street
During your trip to Richmond, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Broad Street. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

University of Richmond
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Richmond during your trip to Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.

Maymont Park
This grand estate is a family favorite with a petting zoo, native wildlife and a preserved 19th-century mansion.

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
This museum houses Russian jewels, impressionist masters and ancient relics in its vast and varied collection.
Things to do

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond Ghost Tours: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom

Richmond Downtown Walking Tour

Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond
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Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside

Dumbarton
Restaurants and shopping are some things travellers note about Dumbarton. Check out Shops at Willow Lawn or Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Ginter Park
While there might not be top attractions in Ginter Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Richmond Raceway and Science Museum of Virginia.

Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but Science Museum of Virginia and Arthur Ashe Monument are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Museum District
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Monument Avenue.

Fan District
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Fan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Monument Avenue or Jefferson Davis Monument.

VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and VCU Institute for Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.